Symptoms include itchy, runny eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and oftentimes hives. Simply, if your body thinks that something is harmful to your body, it will take steps to rid itself of the harmful substance. These substances can be food, dust, plant pollen, chemicals, or medicines.

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Make sure you are taking supplements for overall good health. If you are not taking these basic supplements, we recommend Enfuz from Vitabase. When you take a small packet of pills each day, you get all the basic nutrition you need. Each packet contains a multi-vitamin, CoQ10 (for heart health), Omega 3, Vitamin D-3, a probiotic, and a powerful set of antioxidants to help your body fight off disease.

Acupressure and acupuncture have been beneficial in alleviating allergy symptoms.

All food families may effect allergic reactions in people that are susceptible, such as swelling of the lining of the brain, which is called Cerebral allergies. Indications that of cerebral allergy can be any of the following: Repeated headaches, schizophrenic, violent, or aggressive reactions. The most common food offenders are: corn, wheat, rice, milk, and chocolate, and some food additives.

An examination by a lab of hair strands can tell the levels of aluminum in the body.

An immunoglobulin found in bit amounts in the blood and is a part of the allergic response to some food substances. Shortness of breath or Asthma can be caused by IgE being in your lungs tissues. Hives may be caused if it is in the skin, and if it is in the wall of the intestinal tract, it can cause severe pain, bloating or gas. IgE can cause severe problems when existent anywhere in the body. Any and all foods that you are allergic to can have contrary effects even when it is natural healthy foods.

Coenzyme Q10 is currently being researched on its ability to counter histamine for Asthma and Allergy suffers.

Homeopathic remedies that combat allergy symptoms work with the body's natural functions to turn off the allergic response instead of covering up the symptoms. A large number of allergy sufferers are trying the homeopathic remedies. BioAllers is a homeopathic combination remedy made for specific allergies, such as animal hair, dander, grain, daily, grass pollen, mold, yeast, dust, pollen, hay fever, sinus and allergy nasal spray, and tree pollen allergy relief formulas.

Steroid nasal sprays can be beneficial in treating allergies and the cost is lower than many prescription medications. The nasal sprays are not effective for alleviating itchy eyes. Start using this spray at least a week before hay fever season as it usually takes ten days to start working. Current studies show a possible link between steroid nasal sprays and the start of glaucoma, therefore it would be wise to check with a physician before starting to use this medication.

The allergy and Asthma Relief Catalog of useful products for allergy suffers can be acquired for free by calling 1-800-553-5398.

The British Medical Journal announced that if aspirin is taken before eating an allergenic food, it can cause more of the allergy-provoking food to be absorbed. It is thought that taking Aerobic Bulk Cleanse from Aerobic Life Industries along with aloe Vera juice could slow the absorption of foods that bring on the allergic reaction. Another possibility is to take oat bran or guar gum in the morning to get the same results. People that are prone to allergies should not eat wheat bran products for fiber as wheat is highly allergenic.

If you suspect food allergies, stay away from the following foods until you know whether or not they are causing the allergic reaction: beef products, corn, dairy products, white rice, wheat, bananas, eggs, oats, tomatoes, strawberries, caffeine, oysters, refined and processed foods, and citrus fruits.

In the late summer the pollen count is at the all-time high between 5:00 am and 10 am.

Need to keep home dust free and use air conditioner instead of opening windows.

On walls and furniture use a disinfectant and mold proof paints.

Stay away from foods with artificial color. FD&C Yellow No.5 dye,

Try fasting. After slowly adding back foods you suspect could be a problem, record how they reacted with your system, i.e. bloating, gas, headache, upset stomach, diarrhea, heart palpitations, etc. If you experience negative symptoms, stay away from these foods for 60 days. After 60 days you may slowly incorporate them back into your diet, but if they cause any problems, stay away from them for good.

Use an air filter.

Use hypoallergenic supplements.

Use the under arm test to check your thyroid.

Wear long sleeve shirt and pants when outdoors and change clothes and shower when your return to the indoors.

Bee pollenImportance: HighComments: Aids immune system. Best to use crude pollen that was generated within 10 miles of your home. Caution: May cause allergic reaction in some people. If you experience rash, wheezing, discomfort, or other symptoms, discontinue use.

BoswelliaType: InternalPurposes: Official Latin name is Boswellia Serrata which comes to us from India. Boswellia is similar to frankincense and can be found throughout Western and Central India. Boswellia has not been shown to have any side effects and can be of great assistance in reducing inflammation & treating allergies.

Ephedra (ma huang)Type: InternalPurposes: Ephedra has multiple nomenclatures including Ma Huang, Chinese Ephedra, & epitonin. This herb was discovered by the Chinese over 5000 years ago. It was originally used to treat people with asthma & breathing problems, as well as helping a person get over the common cold.Cautions: The FDA has banned Ephedra. Purchasing Ephedra in the U.S. is illegal and subject to FDA penalties.

Eucalyptus and/or Thyme LeavesType: ExternalPurposes: Used to break up congestion, as well as to assist clear sinusitis, laryngitis, throat infections, and symptoms of the cold and flu.Dosage: Heat one cup of water with 1 oz of either herb until boiling. Breathe in the steam for 15 minutes.Cautions: Be careful not to get so close to the steam that you burn the inside of your nose or eyes.

GoldensealType: InternalPurposes: Goldenseal is native to North America and is an excellent source of calcium, iron, manganese, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, B-complex, and other vitamins and minerals. If you take it at the first sign of a cold or flu or other respiratory ailments, this herb can lessen the effects of the illness.Cautions: Not recommended if you are pregnant, have a history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or glaucoma. Check with your doctor prior to use. Recommended use is for one week.

LicoriceType: InternalPurposes: Licorice can also be called "sweet root" due to one of its ingredients being more than 50 times sweeter than sugar. The Japanese have found through their research that Licorice Root can be used to alleviate many allergic symptoms. The Japanese use the root to fight against allergic pain, heat, redness, & swelling.Cautions: Can raise blood pressure. Avoid the root if you have already been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Limit your usage to one month at a time.

Stinging nettleType: InternalPurposes: Reduces the swelling of the sinuses. Is considered to be an antioxidant that will prove to be beneficial in treating free radical damage and deter an allergy attack from taking place.

Wild YamType: InternalPurposes: One claim is that wild yam is a pre-cursor for hormonal production that can actually treat inflammation caused by allergies.Cautions: The FDA has not evaluated Wild Yam as to its safety, effectiveness, or purity. Contact your doctor prior to using Wild Yam

Yerba MateType: InternalPurposes: Latin Americans begin their day with a cup of tea of Yerba Maté because (besides being a social habit) it can serve as a reducer of hunger, thirst, & weight gain. In addition, Yerba Maté also has an ingredient called quercetin which is repeatedly used in relieving allergies, asthma, & hay fever.Dosage: 2-3 teaspoons to 1 cup hot water on an empty stomach

Magnolia Flower (Magnolia liliflora)Type: InternalPurposes: Is native to China where it grows profusely allowing the Chinese to totally examine the benefits of all parts of this herb. The Chinese herbalists use the bud to treat ailments of the lungs and aid in the removal of lung congestion, sinus congestion (including clearing up the sinus headaches), as well as aid in treating other chronic lung diseases.

Scutellaria (Scutellaria baicalensis)Type: InternalPurposes: Also known as Baikal Scullcap. The Chinese have used this for thousands of years to treat inflammation and fevers. This herb has flavonoids baicalein and antioxidants which have been proven to aid in fighting allergies and free radical damage. This herb can prevent the bronchial tubes from closing during an asthma attack.

Trichosanth (Trichosanthes kirilowii)Type: InternalPurposes: While there is no evidence to back this up, Trichosanth has been mentioned in company with Scutellaria, Magnolia Flower, & Wild Angelica to treat allergies.

Wild angelica (Angelica dahurica)Type: InternalPurposes: Also known as bai zhi. Can assist in alleviating sinus problems. There are about 50 species of Angelica sylvestris. Typically, the root of the plant is used for headaches and sinus difficulties. One of the greatest benefits for people suffering from sinusitis is that bai zhi can relieve the pressure around the eyes that can occur when the frontal sinuses have a blockage. A person will notice reduced swelling, open nasal passages, and drainage of pus that has accumulated with sinus infections. Another added benefit can be the return of normal histamine levels.